[BIC23] PIO Is A Visually Beautiful Box Hopping Good Time

One of them more visually stunning games that we had the pleasure of experiencing at Busan Indie Connect 2023 (BIC23) was undoubtedly PIO.

PIO is a roguelike action game which captivates you with its beauty as you hop on boxes to defeat enemies.

While you’ll encounter enemies to battle, your character won’t directly engage in combat.

Instead, the unique attacking approach involves leaping onto specific boxes on the platform in order to deal damage to enemies.

Another interesting aspect of the boxes is that not all of them are designed solely for dealing damage to enemies; some come with additional abilities such as allowing you to dash in a specific direction provide healing effects or even destroy all the other boxes in its row.

There will also be various enemy types for you to face in the game, which will be crucial in keeping the gameplay loop feeling fresh and engaging.

PIO’s art direction is also truly admirable, showcasing beautiful visuals that resemble characters from Kingdom Hearts or Final Fantasy.

The game’s captivating music further enhances the immersive experience, setting a mesmerizing tone that’s hard to resist.

But one fascinating thing you should know about the game’s production is that it is not made by a whole studio, but is actually by college students for their College Graduation portfolio.

The game is planned for release later this year on Steam.

For more information about Busan Indie Connect Festival 2023

Homepage: ​https://bicfest.org
Twitch: https: //www.twitch.tv/jonnindie
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bicfest_off
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BICfestival
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BIC_Festival
Naver POST: http://naver.me/5pNb2IKH

Available Now

On Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, PS4 & Steam

Buy Now

Beatrix

Undying Blue

An elite Society agent and contractor of the seal weapon Embrasque, Beatrix's ferocity when facing primal beasts is rivaled only by her insatiable hunger for glory.

Eustace

Earthrending Thunder

An elite Society marksman and contractor of the seal weapon Flamek Thunder, Eustace is efficient, laconic, and longs to live in a world of peace and quiet.

Fraux

Striking Strength

Pactbearer to The Devil, a primal seeking to create a new world order, Fraux is otherwise an ordinary skydweller whose heart, character, and temperament are filled with love and compassion.

Fediel

Darkness Personified

One of the Six Dragons, entities who exist beyond the confines of the natural world. Having dominion over darkness, she influences the very laws of nature.